With the much-anticipated Dec. 18 release of "Anchorman 2" fast approaching, star Will Ferrell has been making numerous promotional appearances on television shows and in commercials as Ron Burgundy.

One of the more highly anticipated appearances was to be Burgundy hosting the 6 p.m. edition of ESPN's SportsCenter on Thursday. But because the decision regarding whether Florida State QB Jameis Winston will be charged is scheduled to be announced on Thursday afternoon, ESPN has decided to cancel Burgundy's appearance.

Ron Burgundy's SportsCenter appearance Thursday has been canceled in light of breaking news out of Florida State regarding Jameis Winston.

Regardless of the decision in the Winston sexual assault investigation, it will be the lead topic on SportsCenter, and it would not be the best public relations move for ESPN or "Anchorman 2" to have Ron Burgundy open the show with such a polarizing topic.

But at the same time, you cannot have Ron Burgundy on SportsCenter and not have him open the show.